(ATLANTA) - Custom-tailored to the specialized needs of independent jewelers throughout the Southeastern United States, the Atlanta Jewelry Show truly embodies the “Buy Local” message. Returning to the Cobb Galleria Centre from March 2-4, 2013, the Atlanta Jewelry Show continues to deliver a true one-stop-shopping experience for these retailers:close to home, affordable enough to bring the entire staff, vast product selection, exceptional education and everything else needed to increase profits and make the most of their time and travel dollars.

“Weknow that time is money for our retailers.That’s why we’ve worked to create a show that offers the best possible combination of products and services for our local jewelry community,” explains Carol Young, executive director, Southern Jewelry Travelers Association (SJTA), producers and managers, Atlanta Jewelry Show.“We also work to make sure retailers are rewarded for every dollar they spend at the show.Not just through our popular ‘SJTA Rewards’buyer loyalty program, but also because the more they support and shop the show, the more our local jewelry community is supported through jewelers, local reps and designers.The independent retailer’s attendance and loyalty to the Atlanta Jewelry Show helps keep their dollars and cents right here at home – giving us the opportunity to further fuel their business growth.Be loyal, buy local!”

Highlights of the March 2013 edition include:

Buy more. Spend less. A selection that makes good business sense.

Offering a one-stop product resource, the March Atlanta Jewelry Show brings together more than 350 companies showcasing top brands and up-and-coming companies representing virtually every product category.Attending retailers will be able to stroll among the show’s extensive selection, including the cutting edge styles in the popular Point of View: Designer Gallery, as well as the Promenade and general booth areas. To relax and regroup during the busy buying day, stop by Market Place, the show floor buyers’ lounge.

Third annual Torch Awards Design Competition

To showcase the design talents of bench jewelers/designers across the nation, the Atlanta Jewelry Show will host the third annual Torch Awards Design Competition during the March Show. All state jewelry associations have been invited to participate by submitting the winners of their own 2012 state-wide design competitions. Entries will be featured in a special display on the show floor and attending buyers will have the chance to vote for the People’s Choice winner.

For the third year in a row, the Atlanta Jewelry Show is bringing these outstanding, hands-on programs to retailers.Through GIA’s unique combination of hands-on training, one-on-one coaching, and integrated multimedia presentations, attendees will learn to grade diamonds consistently and accurately using a modern gem microscope and jeweler’s loupe. They will become proficient in GIA’s Diamond Grading System, discover time-saving shortcuts to determine a variety of grading factors, and learn to read a GIA Laboratory Diamond Grading Report. Attendees will spend more than 18 hours practicing grading techniques on diamonds that were carefully selected and graded in the GIA Laboratory. They will also learn to recognize the most common diamond features. Students must pass a two-stone practical test to complete the class successfully.This program is required for GIA GG and Graduate Diamonds diploma programs.The Price is $1957.Seating is extremely limited.To learn more or register, contact Judy Lince at 800-241-0399 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Heating and other methods used to enhance the appearance of corundum are having a profound effect on the market today. The sale of treated corundum has dramatically increased the supply of products sold as ruby and sapphire. SJTA is proud to partner once again with Gemworld International, Inc. to bring this important workshop back to the Atlanta Jewelry Show on Monday, March 4from 9 am – 4 pm.Gemworld International, Inc. has designed this special workshop to reconcile the pricing of rubies and sapphires by specific treatment type. Participants will examine a variety of natural and treated rubies and sapphires followed by a presentation concerning pricing considerations led by Dr. Cigdem Lule, FGA, GG. Space is limited. To register, visit www.gemguide.com/events.Questions? Contact Gemworld International: Dr. Cigdem Lule at 847-657-0555, ext. 207 or e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Complimentary Buyer Breakfast each morning

Buyers can gear up for a busy buying day by enjoying a light continental breakfast served in the registration concourse area.

Buying local has its rewards - SJTA Rewards helps buyers rack up Reward Points on every order written at the Show

Buyers can earn valuable SJTA Reward points for simply placing orders for their best-sellers, required stock items, and other store necessities during the March Atlanta Show, and then redeem them for hotel and travel packages, electronics, personal accessories, home goods and more. At any time during the event, buyers need only bring copies of orders placed during the show to the SJTA Rewards desk where the representative will deposit the corresponding Rewards points to their Rewards account. After the show, retailers can visit the program’s online catalog to see the all the items they can order.

Atlanta’s Elite Buyers Club

Retailers who have earned 15,000 SJTA Reward points or more at any one of the past three shows are automatically enrolled in the Elite Buyers Club - the exclusive club of Atlanta VIP buyers. As a member, they receive special badges signifying VIP Status; access to an exclusive registration counter just for Club Elite Members; and entry into the exclusive, member-only Club Elite lounge. To find out if they qualify for membership, buyers should contact Fran Strauss at 800-241-0399 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

This March the Atlanta Jewelry Show will spotlightsome of the industry’s true emerging talents as the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) and the SJTA co-host the 10th annual Student Design Competition Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 3 at 3 pm.This competition rewards entries in four categories – rings, bracelets, necklaces and brooches. Co-sponsored by Stuller, Inc. the annual competition continues the tradition of recognizing the outstanding work of SCAD design students while also providing budding jewelry designers with an inside look at the commercial jewelry industry.In addition to winners in the four competition categories, show attendees have the chance to review the entries at the SCAD display on the show floor and cast their vote for “Best of Show”.

SJTA USeminars

The popular SJTA U educational series returns to the Atlanta Jewelry Show with a full roster of programs touching on the industry’s most important issues, trends and challenges. From estate jewelry buying and social media tips to the latest marketing and small business survival strategies, the March line-up will give jewelers practical and profitable ideas to get their year off to a strong start. Learn from industry experts such as James Porte, Terry Chandler, David Peters, David Geller and many more.

SJTA has arranged for deep discounts at area hotels, which can be obtained by calling the show’s host hotels directly or via the show website. Attendees can find the list and direct links to the hotels, rates and group codes to reference for discounts on the Atlanta Jewelry Show website – www.atlantajewelryshow.com. When calling, attendees should tell the reservations representative that they’re attending the SJTA Atlanta Jewelry Show to take advantage of the special show rates.

Bond Bash Gala - Sunday, March 3

At the request of Her Majesty’s Secret Service, the Atlanta Jewelry Show invites buyers and exhibitors to enjoy an evening of intrigue and entertainment as itsalutes the very best of Bond. Enjoy food, fun and drinks on Sunday, March 3, 6 – 8 pm at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel. This party will leave you shaken – not stirred!